San Miguel County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved property tax levies for the 2023 budget year and appropriated additional funds to cover 2022 expenses. They also adopted new policies for secure transportation services and digital accessibility.

• Approved Resolution 2022-65 increasing total 2022 appropriations from $27,951,249 to $32,891,249 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-67 levying a general operating tax of 11.834 mills and an additional tax of .033 mills for 2023 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-68 levying a general operating tax of 0.400 mills and an additional tax of .001 mills for the Solid Waste Disposal District (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-59 establishing policies and licensing for Secure Transportation Services (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-64 memorializing digital accessibility for all (3-0)
• Approved purchase of a 2016 Liebherr bulldozer for $145,400 and a 2018 772G Motor Grader for $225,000 (3-0)
• Approved updated deed restrictions and guidelines for Pinion Park Norwood and Rio Vista II (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-66 transferring $33,354.56 from Treasurer’s Trust and Agency funds to the General Fund (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The commission conducted a work session to refine the 2023 Work Plan and reviewed tasks from the 2017 BOCC Resolution. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded during the meeting.

• Continued approval of 11/30/2022 meeting minutes to January 2023 meeting
• Tabled adoption of final 2023 OSC Work Plan until 1/23/23 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners make no changes to the Alpine Wellness Marijuana Retail Cultivation Facility Special Use Permit. The commission found that the facility complied with approval terms and determined that future annual reviews will not be necessary.

• Recommended no changes to Alpine Wellness Marijuana Retail Cultivation Facility Special Use Permit (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023 budgets and fund appropriations for the county and the Solid Waste Disposal District. The board also authorized several intergovernmental agreements and approved the 2023 Mental Health Fund Budget.

• Approved 2023 budgets for San Miguel County and Solid Waste Disposal District (3-0)
• Approved 2023 fund appropriations for San Miguel County and Solid Waste Disposal District (3-0)
• Approved Coroner's salary increase to $66,190 per year for 2023-2027 term (3-0)
• Approved use of LATCF funding for 2023 Ophir Road paving costs (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Mental Health Fund Budget for Behavioral Health Solutions (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Robert McKeever to Norwood Lone Cone Public Library Board (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Alex Barry to the Lodging Tax Panel (3-0)
• Approved Second Insubstantial Plat Amendment for Lot 8, Elk Run Subdivision (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The Commission held a work session to discuss the 2023 Work Plan, including budgets and projects for the Land Heritage Program and ecosystem services. No final action was taken on the plan; staff will update the draft based on member input for review at the next meeting.

• Approved 10/24/2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to complete personnel evaluations for the County Manager and County Attorney. These evaluations were conducted in a closed executive session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for staff evaluations (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved the acquisition of a deed-restricted property at 508 Society Drive for affordable or employee housing. Other key actions included approving a subdivision lot line adjustment in San Juan Vista and granting a notice of violation extension for a housing property.

• Authorized acquisition of 508 Society Drive (Lawson Hill Lot 25A) for affordable/employee housing (3-0)
• Approved subdivision exemption for lot line adjustment between Lots 17 and 18, San Juan Vista Subdivision (3-0)
• Approved extension to August 31, 2023, to cure Notice of Violation for Jake and Jesse McTigue (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 one-time allocation for Ute Youth Ski Day (3-0)
• Approved Special Events permit for Rocky Mountain Arts event on December 3, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including library board reappointment and Blue Jay Telluride liquor license manager change (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Montrose County for Child Support Services (3-0)
• Tabled onsite wastewater treatment system permit fees pending addition of a hardship program

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a Special Use Permit for Collins-Morehead LLC to operate a light industrial research and development facility and host cultural events at the Deep Creek Mine. The approval includes a limit of six events per year and a total ban on fireworks. The Commission also nominated a new member to the East End Master Plan Advisory Group.

• Approved Special Use Permit for light industrial facility and cultural events at Deep Creek Mine (5-0)
• Restricted Deep Creek Mine events to 6 per year and prohibited fireworks
• Nominated Claudia Garcia Curzio to the East End Master Plan Advisory Group (5-0)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board reconvened from an executive session regarding the County Attorney contract and provided direction to staff. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to exit executive session regarding County Attorney contract (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved the purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Sheriff's office and appointed Galena Gleason to the County Planning Commission. They also authorized the use of Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency funds for the Sunnyside Housing Development.

• Approved purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for $53,234 from Town of Norwood (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Galena Gleason to County Planning Commission-Alternate seat (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including road maintenance termination and $3,400 WRETAC decal funding (3-0)
• Approved Veterans Day 2022 Proclamation (3-0)
• Directed staff to use Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency funds (LATCF) for Sunnyside Housing Development
• Directed staff to pursue settlement negotiations for 2017 & 2018 oil and gas lease litigation
• Tabled County Donation Policy (Resolution 2022-53) for wording changes
• Tabled Lawson Hill connector sidewalk discussion to a future meeting

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission held a work session to review the 2023 Work Plan, covering projects in land heritage, ecosystem services, outreach, mining, sage grouse, planning referrals, trails, and scenic protection. No formal decisions were made on the plan; staff will refine it and present for approval at the next meeting. The commission also approved minutes from August and September meetings.

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed 2023 Work Plan; approval deferred to November meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The board voted 3-0 to adopt amendments to Land Use Code Section 5-10, updating application requirements and review criteria for special uses, and voted 2-1 to allow data centers as a permitted use in the West End zone. They also approved a subdivision exemption for a lot line vacation in Hastings Mesa Estates, and granted three exceptions to affordable housing rules for Pinion Park to Telluride R-1 School District, Tri-County Health Network, and Telluride Hospital District.

• Approved consent agenda including payroll, vendor payments, deed restrictions, and minutes (3-0).
• Approved appointment of Makayla Gordon to the San Miguel Basin Fair Board (3-0).
• Approved appointment of Paige Starks to the San Miguel Basin Fair Board (3-0).
• Approved Proclamation 2022-006 naming October 2022 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (3-0).
• Approved Resolution 2022-51 authorizing purchase of Lot 7 at 1515 Juniper Street (2-1).
• Approved subdivision exemption for lot line vacation between Lots 13B and 13C, Hastings Mesa Estates (3-0).
• Approved Land Use Code amendment to Section 5-10 Special Uses (3-0).
• Approved Land Use Code amendment to allow data centers in West End zone (2-1).

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission discussed CDOT's plan to install lights at two chain-up stations on Highway 145 and agreed to submit a comment letter expressing concerns about scenic corridor and dark sky impacts, requesting lower-profile lighting with minimal lumens. The commission also discussed reopening the E-bike pilot program to consider additional trails, and reviewed updates on the Down Valley Connector Trail and Perimeter Trail projects. No formal votes were taken on these items; the 8/22/22 meeting minutes were tabled due to lack of a quorum.

• Approved drafting a comment letter to BOCC/CDOT on chain-up station lighting (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of 8/22/2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Agreed to install signage at OA Greager site indicating boundaries and no-firearm ordinance
• Proposed $5K-$10K budget for interpretive panel replacement on San Juan Skyway
• Discussed expanding Class 1 E-bike pilot to additional trails (no decision)
• Reviewed Down Valley Connector Trail public outreach plan (no action)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved several housing-related deed restrictions and covenants for San Bernardo and Pinion Park subdivisions, as well as a U.S. Forest Service road agreement. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The board also ratified the consent agenda, which included funding for senior meals, wildfire council projects, and behavioral health services.

• Approved consent agenda including VSO report, meeting minutes, CORE Act support, Norwood Senior Meals funding ($10,000), Title III funding to West Region Wildfire Council ($9,931.11), COEDIT letter of support, Lone Cone Library District behavioral health funding ($1,500), BLM scoping comments, and Pinion Park policy statements (3-0)
• Approved U.S. Forest Service Cooperative Road Agreement 22-RO-11020400-031 (3-0)
• Approved changes to Deed Restriction and Covenant for San Bernardo template Lots A-F (Low Intensity Industrial) (3-0)
• Approved Amended and Restated Deed Restriction and Covenant for Lot C, San Bernardo Subdivision, Affordable Housing Apartment (3-0)
• Approved Pinion Park Policy Statement #2022-04, Administrative Determination of Income (3-0)
• Approved addendum to Amended and Restated Deed Restriction and Covenant for Multi-Family Housing Units (3-0)
• Approved Amended and Restated Deed Restriction and Covenant for Multi-Family Housing, Unit C, Lot D, Lawson Hill with Sunshine Beach LLC (3-0)
• Approved appointment of John Duncan to County Lodging Tax Panel for 3-year term (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners voted 2-1 to deny an appeal by Jerid and Christina Cabot regarding a staff determination on their qualifications for the Norwood Pinion Park affordable housing project. A related request for an exception to deed restrictions was not heard due to the denial. The board also appointed Commissioner Lance Waring to the Telluride Regional Area Master Plan advisory group and held executive sessions on forest planning and a personnel matter.

• Denied appeal by Jerid and Christina Cabot for staff determination on Norwood Pinion Park qualifications (2-1)
• Appointed Lance Waring as commissioner representative to Telluride Regional Area Master Plan advisory group (3-0)
• Held executive session on Forest Plan Revision with USFS (3-0)
• Held executive session on personnel matter (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing recommendations to update application requirements and review criteria for Special Use Permits in unincorporated San Miguel County. The body is also considering an amendment to allow data centers in the West End (WE) zone district.

• Proposed amendment to Section 5-10 to address cumulative impacts of multiple special uses on a single property
• Proposed amendment to Section 5-320 to allow data centers in the West End (WE) zone
• Discussion of the Telluride Regional Master Plan
• Review of updated application requirements including site plans, traffic plans, and wildlife plans

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend two Land Use Code amendments to the Board of County Commissioners. The first updates Section 5-10 (Special Uses) to add cumulative impact review and annual reporting requirements. The second allows data centers in the West End zone district, subject to a two-step Special Use Permit, with a cap of three data centers. The commission also approved the August 11 minutes (5-0) and discussed the Telluride Regional Master Plan advisory group.

• Approved August 11, 2022 minutes as corrected (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Land Use Code Section 5-10 amendment on Special Uses (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Land Use Code amendment to allow data centers in West End zone, with a cap of three data centers (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved three policy statements for the Pinion Park Norwood affordable housing development, covering income tier restrictions, a working-in-school-district requirement, and household definitions. They also granted exceptions to affordable housing regulations for Norwood Public Schools and a private applicant. Additionally, the board approved a new Sheriff's Assistant position, a lot line adjustment, and a wastewater monitoring MOU with CDPHE.

• Approved Pinion Park Norwood policy statement on Area Medium Income Tier Restrictions (2-1)
• Approved Pinion Park Norwood policy statement on working in Norwood R2j School District (3-0)
• Approved Pinion Park Norwood policy statement on household definition, striking 'romantic or exclusive' (3-0)
• Approved exception for Norwood Public Schools to purchase a unit in Pinion Park Norwood (3-0)
• Approved exception for Daniel Flores and Elisa Tzoc to purchase a unit in Pinion Park Norwood (3-0)
• Approved new Sheriff's Assistant position funded by excess salary savings (3-0)
• Approved Subdivision Exemption for Lot Line Adjustment between Lot 2 and Lot 3, Herndon Subdivision (3-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with CDPHE for wastewater monitoring collaborative (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved a letter of support for the Telluride Foundation and FRESH Foundation's grant application (3-0). They also authorized the sale of two unused Egnar water taps (3-0). Several items were discussed but not decided, including long-term financial projections, the Applebaugh Bridge replacement (continued to September 7), and the Maverick Draw Solar Plant letter of support (requested but not voted). Multiple executive sessions were held on legal matters.

• Approved letter of support for Telluride Foundation and FRESH Foundation grant application (3-0)
• Authorized sale of two unused Egnar water taps (3-0)
• Entered executive session on Applebaugh Bridge replacement (3-0)
• Entered executive session on San Miguel Water Conservation District court case (3-0)
• Entered executive session on Trout Lake discussion (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a professional services contract with Design Workshop for the Telluride Regional Area Master Plan update, not to exceed $130,000. They also approved the revenue stabilization ballot measure implementation for 2023 (2-1), a resolution delegating property tax settlement authority to the County Attorney, and participation in a USDA composting grant (2-1). Several items were continued, including Pinion Park Norwood policy statements and a letter of support for the Good Samaritan Remediation Act.

• Approved $130,000 Design Workshop contract for master plan update (3-0)
• Approved revenue stabilization ballot measure implementation for 2023 (2-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-43 delegating property tax settlement authority to County Attorney (3-0)
• Approved participation in USDA composting grant program (2-1)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.h removed and Public Trustee report corrected (3-0)
• Approved Special Events Permit for Telluride Rotary Foundation at Telluride Airport (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 contribution to San Juan Mountains Association for Alpine Loop volunteers (consensus)
• Approved purchase of conduit for Road and Bridge waterline project, ~$12,000 (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission supported staff's plan to hire a professional company to eradicate prairie dogs at the County Fairgrounds using carbon dioxide gas, citing safety concerns. The commission also reviewed the 2023 budget, including a $75K increase for the PES program, and discussed updates on the DVCT feasibility study, OAG management policy, Mill Creek Park, Perimeter Trail, and e-bike signage. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved 7/25/2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Supported prairie dog eradication at County Fairgrounds using CO2 gas (no formal vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission approved the annual review of the Foreign Cars Special Use Permit, requiring completion of fencing and landscaping by September 30, 2022, with three years of inspections for the south berm. The vote was 5-0. The commission also discussed the Telluride Region Master Plan update and potential Land Use Code amendments, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved annual review of Foreign Cars SUP with conditions (5-0)
• Required fence completion on south and east property lines by Sept 30, 2022
• Mandated 3 years of annual inspections for south berm landscaping viability
• Referred SUP to BOCC if work not completed by Sept 30, 2022
• Approved July 14, 2022 minutes as presented (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved two OWTS variances for properties in Placerville, authorized the purchase of a condo unit for affordable housing, and approved several consent agenda items including a helicopter services agreement. A property tax protest was denied, and a bridge replacement discussion was continued to a work session.

• Approved TFS Ventures OWTS variance for Lots 12-14, Block 2, Placerville (3-0)
• Approved Parsons OWTS variance for Lot 6, Block 4, Placerville (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-42 authorizing purchase of condo unit B1, Bldg 2, Rio Vista Phase II at Lawson Hill (3-0)
• Denied property tax protest CBOE 2022-1, Hutcheson (3-0)
• Approved property tax protest stipulations as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 5.d pulled (3-0)
• Approved Search and Rescue helicopter/pilot services agreement (3-0)
• Approved Insubstantial PUD Amendment for Lawson Hill lots (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission approved the June 27, 2022 meeting minutes with a minor correction. Members reviewed the conceptual layout for Mill Creek Park, with budget estimates between $212K-$370K, and discussed e-bike policies, the OAG management plan, and trail projects. No formal votes were taken on agenda items; most were discussion and review items.

• Approved 6/27/2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Reviewed Mill Creek Park conceptual layout and budget estimates ($212K-$370K)
• Discussed e-bike policy: TelSki trails on USFS land now allow class-1 e-bikes except Boomerang and Wasatch
• Reviewed draft OAG management plan; members to provide comments
• Noted DVCT trail consultant contract finalized; kickoff meeting in early August
• Discussed Perimeter Trail Phase 1 (1.9 miles); awaiting Idarado sign-off
• Reviewed Crossover Report: new Bear Creek sign, west side trail, herbicide application on Valley Floor

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a consent agenda including BLM memoranda, surplus equipment disposal, and a law enforcement agreement with Norwood. It opted out of direct opioid settlement funds, approved two dump truck/snowplow purchases, and adopted new covenant procedures for affordable housing, reducing the time to cure violations from one year to 182 days. The Board also approved several land-use resolutions, including an extension for the Deep Creek Placer house removal and a lot line adjustment in Lawson Hill.

• Approved consent agenda (2-0)
• Opted out of direct opioid settlement funds (2-0)
• Approved purchase of two 10-wheel dump truck/snowplows (2-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-37 amending Deep Creek Placer conditions, extending house removal to Dec 31, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-36 extending Society Turn PUD sketch plan to Nov 27, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-38 lot line adjustment for Lawson Hill Lots Q-8R, Q-9R, Q-10R (2-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-40 covenant procedures and reduced cure time to 182 days (2-0)
• Authorized Notices of Violation for two Lawson Hill properties (2-0)

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing for a special use permit at the former Deep Creek Mine (Lot 4, Deep Creek Placer) to October 13, 2022. The applicant, Collins-Morehead LLC, must provide additional information on fire safety, building code compliance, parking, and other issues before the permit can be considered. No decision was made on the permit itself.

• Continued special use permit hearing for Collins-Morehead LLC to Oct. 13, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved June 9, 2022 minutes as presented (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved a Land Use Code amendment establishing a new employee housing impact fee methodology for residential development in the Telluride R-1 School District, effective July 15, 2022. The board also approved amendments allowing accessory affordable housing for first responders and essential personnel in Park and Public zones, and corrected the official zoning map. All votes were unanimous 3-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-31 amending Land Use Code Section 5-13 to establish new employee housing impact fees (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-34 allowing accessory affordable housing for first responders and essential personnel in Park and Public zones (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-33 correcting omissions in the official zoning map (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, deed restriction, letters of support, and reappointment (3-0)
• Approved special events permits for Norwood Roping Club and Telluride Council for Arts and Humanities (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 funding for San Miguel Watershed Coalition hydrologic modeling (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for UN Mountain Partnership Summit, contingent on event occurring (3-0)
• Approved insubstantial plat amendment for Lot 18, Elk Run Subdivision (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission directed staff to develop an interim management plan for the OA Greager parcel, allowing only day uses with leave-no-trace ethics until a long-term plan and budget are adopted. The commission also discussed memorial policies, e-bike regulations, and several ongoing projects, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Directed staff to develop interim management plan for OA Greager parcel
• Approved 5/23/2022 meeting minutes unanimously
• Directed staff to gather input and develop guidelines for memorial requests in county parks
• Agreed to coordinate pheromone pack efforts next year
• Angela Dye volunteered for DVCT project study committee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved the consent agenda, a fuel stipend for CCS personnel, a $2,500 match for an EV station readiness study, a promissory note for Diamond Ridge, and Resolution 2022-32 delegating property authority to the County Manager. Several items were continued to future meetings, including the Dolores River NCA proposal and a request to sponsor the UN Mountain Partnership Summit.

• Approved consent agenda including reappointments and deed restriction (3-0)
• Approved CCS personnel fuel stipend for remaining 2022 pay periods (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 match for EV station readiness plan and feasibility study (3-0)
• Approved promissory note for Diamond Ridge with Telluride Housing Authority (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-32 delegating property authority to County Manager (3-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Telluride indefeasible right-of-use agreement (3-0)
• Continued Dolores River NCA proposal to next meeting
• Continued UN Mountain Partnership Summit sponsorship request to July 6, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved the Affordable Housing Fee Methodology Report and Land Use Code amendments to Section 5-13, directing staff to prepare a resolution for July 6 adoption. It also approved a Land Use Code amendment allowing Social and Scenic Uses (e.g., wedding venues) in the Forestry, Agriculture and Open zone, adopting Resolution 2022-26. Several other resolutions and agreements were approved, including property acquisitions and a delinquent tax rebilling fee.

• Approved Affordable Housing Fee Methodology Report and LUC Section 5-13 amendments (3-0)
• Approved LUC amendment allowing Social and Scenic Uses in F zone, Resolution 2022-26 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-30 instituting delinquent tax rebilling charge under $50 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 authorizing acquisition of Diamond Ridge property (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-29 authorizing acquisition of Norwood property (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Montezuma Water for Egnar water dock management (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Town of Telluride on funding and cost share (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll, vendor payments, and minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review proposed land use code amendments to allow housing for first responders and essential personnel in Park and Public zones. The body will also discuss Master Plan updates and correct omissions in the zoning map and land use code.

• Proposed amendment to LUC Sections 5-313 (Park) and 5-315 B (Public) to add housing for First Responders and Essential Personnel
• Proposed amendment to LUC Section 5-2 and 5-201 to correct omissions of Mixed Use District (MXD) and Community Housing (CH)
• Worksession regarding Master Plan updates and LUC Amendments

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend two Land Use Code amendments to the Board of County Commissioners. The first allows accessory affordable housing for first responders and essential personnel in Park (P) and Public (PUB) zones, subject to one-step Planning Commission approval. The second corrects omissions in Section 5-201 by adding the Mixed Use Development (MXD) and Community Housing (CH) zone districts. Both recommendations passed unanimously.

• Recommended LUC amendment allowing first responder/essential personnel housing in Park and Public zones (4-0)
• Recommended LUC amendment correcting Section 5-201 to add MXD and CH zone districts (4-0)
• Approved April 21 and May 12, 2022 minutes (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved several resolutions, including a disaster spending, procurement, and contracting policy, and adopted the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan. They also approved liquor license fee updates, a Board of Review resolution, and a behavioral health services agreement. A public hearing on allowing social and scenic uses in the Forestry zone was continued to June 15, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including road report, liquor license renewals, and grant items (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-24 reestablishing liquor license fees (2-0)
• Approved assignment of Norwood and Telluride Fiber IRU agreements to Region 10 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-25 renaming Board of Appeals to Board of Review (2-0)
• Continued public hearing on Land Use Code Amendment for social/scenic uses in F zone to June 15 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-14 adopting Disaster Spending, Procurement, and Contracting Policy (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-17 adopting 2022 Emergency Operations Plan (2-0)
• Approved $194,391.04 behavioral health services agreement with Tri-County Health Network (2-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission unanimously approved the April 25 meeting minutes. They expressed support for a proposed 4-mile Ilium Flume Trail on USFS land, pending NEPA approval and bridge construction. The commission also reviewed a refined conceptual design for Mill Creek Park, including a dog park and pollinator gardens, with further study needed on historic features and water supply. No formal votes were taken on these agenda items.

• Approved 4/25/2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Supported Ilium Flume Trail project (no formal vote)
• Reviewed Mill Creek Park conceptual design (no formal vote)

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for Telluride Forestry Solutions (TFS Ventures LLC) to operate a forestry trade business at 200 Front Street (future 150 Grigg Ave) in Placerville, with conditions including no parking on Front Street and a revocable encroachment agreement. The commission also approved a Special Use Permit for a 12,000 sq ft arena cover at 7725 County Road 44Z S in Norwood, with a construction delay until July 1 to protect Gunnison sage-grouse. Additionally, the commission voted to recommend amendments to the Land Use Code regarding affordable housing impact fees and ADU deed restrictions to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved TFS Forestry Trade Business Special Use Permit (5-0)
• Approved Fox Arena Cover Special Use Permit (5-0)
• Recommended LUC Amendment on Affordable Housing Impact Fees to BOCC (5-0)
• Deferred approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved three items: appointing KJ Johnson to the San Miguel Basin Fair Board, adopting rental rates and occupancy standards for the Sunnyside Housing Project (with county units exempt from income limits), and authorizing the Chair to sign the Telluride Airport entitlement transfer agreement. The board also gave staff direction to request Montezuma Water Company to operate the Egnar water dock without transferring ownership, and held an executive session on a State Land Board letter.

• Appointed KJ Johnson to the San Miguel Basin Fair Board (3-0)
• Approved Sunnyside Housing Project rental rates, income limits, occupancy standards, and lottery process, with county units exempt from income limits (3-0)
• Authorized Chair's signature on Telluride Airport (TEX) entitlement transfer agreement (3-0)
• Directed staff to request Montezuma Water Company to operate and maintain the Egnar water dock without ownership transfer
• Held executive session to discuss State Land Board letter on Wilson Mesa Parcel (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved a variance for an on-site wastewater treatment system (OWTS) for Lots 9/10, Block 4, in the Town of Ophir, allowing a reduced setback from 10 feet to 2 feet. The approval was granted with conditions, including recording the variance with the property deed and requiring regular inspection and maintenance. The board also approved the consent agenda, a special events permit for Mountainfilm, a proclamation for Mental Health Month, and a resolution designating public depositories.

• Approved OWTS variance for Lots 9/10, Block 4, Ophir (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including USDA grant support letter and MLRB comment letter (3-0)
• Approved Mountainfilm Ltd. special events permit (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation 2022-002 declaring May 2022 Mental Health Month (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-20 designating public depositories (2-1, Cooper opposed)
• Approved Social Services financial reports (3-0)
• Approved Region 10 dark fiber agreement (3-0)
• Supported appointment of Liz Smith to Child Welfare Allocation Committee (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission discussed the finalization of a 9,257-acre conservation easement near Norwood/Naturita, the largest in county history, with a $1.85 million purchase price and $65,000 county contribution. The commission also reviewed initial conceptual designs for Mill Creek Park and approved prior meeting minutes. No formal votes were taken on the easement or park design; these items remain in progress.

• Approved 2/28/2022 minutes as amended (all in favor)
• Approved 3/28/2022 minutes as written (all in favor)
• Jason Merritt appointed to PES Committee
• Sefra Maples appointed to Mill Creek Park Committee
• Sefra Maples promoted to regular OSC seat following Olivia Coe's resignation

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone portions of the Diamond Ridge property on Last Dollar Road to the Community Housing (CH) zone district, with the remainder staying as Forestry, Agriculture and Open (F). The commission will also review a proposed amendment to the Land Use Code to add social and scenic uses to the F zone. The meeting will be held online due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on Diamond Ridge Telluride, LLC rezone request (Lots 1-R-A, 2-R, 3-R; PIN# 456530318011, 456530317012, 456530317013) to Community Housing (CH) zone district
• Land Use Code amendment review: adding Social and Scenic Uses to LUC Section 5-307 (Forestry, Agriculture and Open zone)
• Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of short-term rental policies, including limiting rentals to primary residences and requiring business licenses
• Affordable housing mitigation fee update, including potential changes to minimum square footage and mitigation rates

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission will hold a worksession to discuss affordable housing matters, including an affordable housing impact fee methodology and short-term rental regulations. The meeting also includes approval of the February 10, 2022 minutes. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of affordable housing impact fee methodology
• Discussion of short-term rental regulations
• Approval of February 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Review

The San Miguel County Board of Review will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Wendy Stevens regarding a building official's decision that her unit at 35 Pilot Knob Lane, Unit 503, lacks a compliant emergency escape and rescue opening (EERO) in the bedroom, blocking her short-term rental permit. The board will also consider approving the February 24, 2022 minutes. The meeting includes a site visit and is held online due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on appeal of building official decision requiring EERO compliance for short-term rental at 35 Pilot Knob Ln Unit 503
• Appeal seeks special exception for a ladder and larger window as alternative to lowering sill height, citing HOA restrictions on concrete cutting
• Approval of February 24, 2022 minutes
• Site visit scheduled for 9:00 AM before the hearing

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a new hotel and restaurant liquor license for Blue Jay in Placerville, a subdivision exemption to correct survey errors on a Hastings Mesa parcel, and a deed restriction for the San Bernardo Subdivision. Several items were continued or tabled, including the public depository resolution and the Regional Housing Authority IGA. The board also gave staff direction on oil and gas comments and approved funding for a Gunnison Sage Grouse grant.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, deed restriction, engineering agreements, and IGA with Montrose County (3-0)
• Approved hotel and restaurant liquor license for 19 Lone Hand LLC DBA Blue Jay, Placerville (3-0)
• Approved subdivision exemption for correction of survey errors on Parcel No. 456305300043, Hastings Mesa, with Resolution 2022-08 (3-0)
• Approved San Bernardo Subdivision deed restriction for Lots A-F with wording change to 'Affordable Housing Apartments' (3-0)
• Approved $14,500 allocation for Gunnison Sage Grouse RESTORE grant matching (3-0)
• Continued public depository resolution to 3/16/2022
• Continued San Miguel Regional Housing Authority IGA with Town of Telluride
• Gave staff direction to edit and present oil and gas High Priority Habitat Map comments at next meeting

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission discussed potential future uses of the OA Greager parcel with Colorado Parks & Wildlife, agreeing to develop a use management plan that balances wildlife habitat protection with limited environmental education access. A committee was formed to draft the plan. The commission also discussed Bridal Veil Trail signage, favoring rusty metal frames and arrows, with prototypes to be brought for consideration. No formal votes were taken on these agenda items; the only vote was to approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved 1/24/2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Formed committee to draft use management plan for OA Greager parcel
• Scheduled site walk for OA Greager committee after seasonal closure
• Discussed Bridal Veil Trail signage; favored rusty metal frames and arrows
• Staff to bring prototypes with costs for rusty metal signage to next meeting

Board of Review

The San Miguel County Board of Appeals will meet to discuss and potentially amend its bylaws, including changing its name to the Board of Review as outlined in state statute. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions on the agenda.

• Motion to amend bylaws and rename board to Board of Review per C.R.S. §30-28-206
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms
• County Building Official serves as non-voting Secretary

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved the Pinion Park Deed Restriction Covenant and Guidelines for the affordable housing project in Norwood, and passed Resolution 2022-06 authorizing the transfer of a portion of Lot 2, Lone Cone Subdivision to support that project. The Board also approved funding of approximately $55,000 for the Egnar Water Dock and up to $40,000 for a housing feasibility study focused on the Gravel Pit Property, both using ARPA funds. Additionally, the Board denied a tax abatement petition for Timothy W. Lippert for tax year 2021.

• Approved the Pinion Park Deed Restriction Covenant and Guidelines for the affordable housing project in Norwood.
• Approved Resolution 2022-06 authorizing the transfer of a portion of Lot 2, Lone Cone Subdivision for affordable housing.
• Approved funding of approximately $55,000 for the Egnar Water Dock using ARPA funds.
• Approved authorization of up to $40,000 for a housing feasibility study focused on the Gravel Pit Property using ARPA funds.
• Denied the petition for abatement or refund of taxes #2022-2 for Timothy W. Lippert for tax year 2021.
• Approved the Public Comment Policy with the addition that all submissions must include the submitter's name.
• Approved the request from Mountain Village for a waiver of an annexation report.
• Approved the consent agenda, including ratification of chair signatures, approval of letters of support, and acceptance of reports.

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a land use application from Standard Materials, Inc. for uranium exploration on BLM land west of Highway 141 and County Road U29. They will also continue review of a rezone and PUD amendment for Lawson Hill, and discuss affordable housing fee methods.

• Public hearing: Uranium exploration with 9 drill pads (50x50 ft each) on BLM mining claims, West End Zone District
• Continued review: Rezone Lawson Hill lot from Public to Industrial and increase building height (1.88 acres)
• Worksession: Discussion of Affordable Housing Fee Method DRAFT
• Approval of January 13, 2022 minutes

The Planning Commission voted 3-1 to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit for Standard Minerals Inc. c/o Thor Mining PLC to conduct mineral exploration for uranium on BLM lands in the West End. The commission also voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a substantial PUD amendment and rezone for Lot HI in Lawson Hill. Both recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Recommended approval of uranium exploration SUP for Standard Minerals/Thor Mining (3-1)
• Recommended approval of Lawson Hill PUD amendment and rezone from Public to Industrial (4-0)
• Approved January 13, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Moved April 14 meeting to March 31; no April meeting
• Agreed to discuss wedding venues in F-zone as future topic

Lodging Tax Panel

The panel held an organizational meeting, appointing a chairperson and vice chair and deciding on meeting frequency and reporting. No substantive funding or contract decisions were made; the panel noted existing contracts with MTI and Norwood Chamber need updating.

• Appointed Chairperson and Vice Chair
• Decided on meeting frequency and regular reports

Open Space Commission

The San Miguel County Open Space Commission reviewed and finalized its 2022 Work Plan, making several minor edits and additions, and will present it to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. The commission also approved the October 25, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously and received updates on oil and gas regulations and Gunnison's sage grouse restoration efforts.

• Approved 10/25/2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Finalized 2022 Work Plan with edits, to be presented to BOCC
• Added timeline for annual work plan development (Sept/Oct, BOCC adoption in January)
• Added posting of adopted work plan on website
• Added SMC Director of NRSP to Mining, Oil and Gas section
• Changed 'pursue' to 'monitor' in Planning Department Referral Process section
• Removed 'more' from Scenic Resource Protection section
• Noted OSC not in favor of Sheep Mountain Alliance managing regional trail map

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a Mining Special Use Permit for United Companies to extract sand and gravel on a 25-acre parcel in the Wright's Mesa zone district, with conditions including road agreements, operating hours, and annual reviews. The Board also approved a supplemental budget for 2021, accepted Road 58P into the county road system, and appointed Sarah Enders as County Assessor.

• Approved Mining Special Use Permit for United Companies Skelton Pit (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 supplemental budget for 2021 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-2 accepting Road 58P into county road system (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll, vendor payments, and reappointments (2-0)
• Appointed Sarah Enders as County Assessor to fulfill Peggy Kanter's term (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-05 naming Joanna Spindler as Poet Laureate (3-0)
• Approved Social Services financial reports and Behavioral Health Solutions update (3-0)

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two land use applications: a Special Use Permit for a mineral exploration drilling program in the Klondike Basin, and a continued review of a rezone and PUD amendment for the Telluride Mountain School. The commission will also approve the December 9, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Special Use Permit for Alianza Minerals Limited: 20 drill pads (50x50 ft each) and 1 laydown yard for copper exploration on BLM and State Land Board lands in Klondike Basin
• Rezone of Lot HI, Lawson Hill PUD from Public to Industrial and PUD amendment to increase building height from 24' to 35' (plus 12' for affordable housing)
• Proposed parking requirement change: maintain 75 spaces while floor area increases from 30,000 to 40,000 sq ft
• Conditions for mining permit include road permits, traffic control plan, wildlife timing review, and BLM/CDRMS approval
• School rezone conditioned on Town of Telluride confirming water and sewer service

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 3-2 to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit for Alianza Minerals Limited to conduct mineral exploration on BLM and state lands in the Klondike Basin, subject to 21 conditions including seasonal restrictions and reclamation requirements. The commission also approved a proclamation honoring Pam Hall, approved prior meeting minutes, continued a rezoning application for Lawson Hill to February 10, 2022, and re-elected its officers.

• Recommended approval of Alianza Minerals Limited Special Use Permit for Klondike Basin mineral exploration (3-2)
• Approved proclamation honoring Pam Hall for 20 years of service (5-0)
• Approved December 8 and December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued Lawson Hill rezoning and PUD amendment to February 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Re-elected Lee Taylor as Chair, Josselin Lifton-Zoline as Vice-Chair, MJ Schillaci as Secretary (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 2022-01, adopting the 2018 International Building Codes with amendments, including a Renewable Energy Mitigation Program (REMP) for outdoor energy use and wildfire-resistant construction measures. The board also approved the consent agenda, reappointed Kris Holstrom as Chair and Hilary Cooper as Vice Chair, approved a revised Social Media policy, and authorized a setback for a Lawson Hill lot. Several items were discussed without formal action, including appointments to 2022 boards and a road plowing permit.

• Adopted 2018 building codes via Resolution 2022-01 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 5.f pulled (3-0)
• Approved Norwood ambulance licenses, removing 2009 Dodge Ram pending inspection (3-0)
• Reappointed Kris Holstrom as Chair and Hilary Cooper as Vice Chair (3-0 each)
• Approved revised Social Media policy, eliminating item #9 (3-0)
• Authorized Chair's signature on Lawson Hill PUD setback for Lot 440-5 (3-0)
• Approved amended deed restriction with Heather V.M. Chase and Christopher J. Chase
• Approved liquor license renewals for Society Conoco LLC and M and M Mercantile Inc.